Harvard Lifestyle Medicine — Est. 2023
Journal Club
Exploring the science of lifestyle medicine through expert-led discussion and global collaboration — one recorded session at a time.
Founder and Director
Beth Frates, MD
Originally launched with the support of Ron Stout, MD and Ardmore Institute of Health
Now supported by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Reaches
All Harvard learners, online students, college, medical school, school of public health, residents, fellows, and practicing physicians at Harvard and beyond
A Harvard-wide initiative bringing together a diverse, interdisciplinary community of learners and educators from Harvard College, Harvard Medical School, the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Harvard Business School, and Harvard Extension School — alongside affiliated hospitals, residents, professionals, and global learners enrolled in HMS/Emeritus online courses.
What We Explore
The six pillars of lifestyle medicine
Every session is anchored in one of the evidence-based pillars that shape the field.
Exercise
Nutrition
Sleep
Stress Resilience
Social Connection
Avoidance of Risky Substances
Session Archive
Journal Club recordings
Expert-led discussion and the latest research in lifestyle medicine, recorded for on-demand viewing.
Recorded Session · Vimeo
Examining the Dose Response Between Physical Activity and Long-Term Health
More sessions
The full archive spans multiple years of expert-led discussion.
Who Should Join
A collaborative space to learn, reflect, and grow
New to lifestyle medicine or deeply engaged in the field — the Journal Club welcomes you.
Healthcare professionals
Medical and public health students
Researchers and educators
Health Coaches
Lifelong Learners
Made possible by Dr. Beth Frates, Dr. Ron Stout, Ardmore Institute of Health, and the Harvard Medical Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Spaulding.
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